Heavy Duty Driver

Emirates Flight Catering; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Flight Catering in Dubai is seeking an experienced Truck Driver to support passenger and cargo transport across approved routes. You will perform pre-trip inspections, maintain logs, and ensure safety standards are met.

The role requires a High School certificate, UAE heavy-vehicle license, and at least 3 years' driving experience in logistics or aviation settings. Night and weekend shifts may be required; strong English is essential.

Qualifications

• High School certificate or equivalent.
• Valid UAE driving license Category 4 (Heavy Truck) and completion of company driving test.
• Minimum 3 years driving experience in logistics/transport in a relevant environment.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Ability to work shifts including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, punctual transport of employees between accommodation, workplace, and designated pick-up/drop-off locations.
• Adhere to rosters, trip schedules, and route plans to minimize delays.
• Maintain a respectful, secure travel environment with courteous interactions and adherence to conduct standards.
• Report delays, route challenges, or vehicle issues promptly to support service continuity.

Skills

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High School Certificate

UAE Driving License - Category 4 (Heavy Truck)

Job description

• Execute transportation duties in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner, adhering to approved schedules, routes, SOPs, and operational instructions.
• Ensure the safe handling, securing, and protection of passengers, materials, equipment, or catering items during transit to prevent damage, loss, or safety incidents.
• Comply with UAE road traffic laws, company transport policies, Health & Safety standards, and site-specific safety regulations to ensure a safe and compliant operating environment.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip vehicle inspections and ensure vehicles are roadworthy, clean, and operationally ready, reporting defects, damages, or breakdowns promptly.
• Maintain accurate and complete operational documentation, including trip logs, inspections, delivery records, and incident reports, in line with company and audit requirements.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, effective communication, and cooperation with supervisors, colleagues, and operational teams to support smooth daily operations.
• Identify, report, and elevate incidents, near misses, delays, route deviations, or operational risks in a timely manner to enable corrective action and service continuity.
• Support operational continuity by adhering to assigned duties and contributing to service reliability through flexibility, responsiveness, and compliance with operational requirements.

Responsibilities

Generic

• Execute transportation duties in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner, adhering to approved schedules, routes, SOPs, and operational instructions.
• Ensure the safe handling, securing, and protection of passengers, materials, equipment, or catering items during transit to prevent damage, loss, or safety incidents.
• Comply with UAE road traffic laws, company transport policies, Health & Safety standards, and site-specific safety regulations to ensure a safe and compliant operating environment.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip vehicle inspections and ensure vehicles are roadworthy, clean, and operationally ready, reporting defects, damages, or breakdowns promptly.
• Maintain accurate and complete operational documentation, including trip logs, inspections, delivery records, and incident reports, in line with company and audit requirements.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, effective communication, and cooperation with supervisors, colleagues, and operational teams to support smooth daily operations.
• Identify, report, and elevate incidents, near misses, delays, route deviations, or operational risks in a timely manner to enable corrective action and service continuity.
• Support operational continuity by adhering to assigned duties and contributing to service reliability through flexibility, responsiveness, and compliance with operational requirements.

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• Provide safe, punctual, and reliable transportation of employees between accommodation, workplace, and designated pick-up and drop-off locations as per approved routes and schedules.
• Adhere to assigned rosters, trip schedules, and route plans to ensure uninterrupted employee transport services and minimal delays.
• Maintain a respectful, orderly, and secure travel environment through courteous interaction, adherence to conduct standards, and enforcement of transport rules.
• Support workforce mobility by proactively escalating delays, route challenges, or vehicle issues that may impact employee transportation services.

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• Ensure timely and accurate transportation of materials, equipment, and supplies between warehouses, production units, and operational locations as per dispatch and delivery schedules.
• Safely load, transport, and unload goods, ensuring correct handling, securing, and protection of cargo throughout the logistics process.
• Coordinate with warehouse, logistics, and receiving teams to verify quantities, documentation, and ensure smooth handover of materials.
• Support efficient logistics operations by meeting delivery timelines and proactively communicating delays, risks, or deviations.

Qualifications

Education Qualification:

• a) High School Certificate Qualification or equivalent qualification (must have)
• b) Valid U.A.E. Driving License - Category 4 (Heavy Truck) and successful completion of the company driving test (Mandatory)

Work Experience

• Years of Experience: Minimum of 3 years relevant driving experience
• Area of Experience: Experience in a logistics, transport, aviation, or industrial environment as a Truck Driver or in a similar role.

Skills

• Proficient in written and spoken English, with good communication skills and attention to detail
• Sound knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and preventive maintenance, including tyre pressure, oil, and water level checks
• Knowledge of First Aid, safety procedures, and basic firefighting (Preferred)
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate fully loaded vehicles
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Security Pass (RASP)
• Physically fit to perform manual handling tasks, including bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, and ladder usage
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
• Willingness and flexibility to work in shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays as required